About the job
About the Role
The Principal Network Architect is a pivotal senior position within the Group-IT department, primarily focused on enhancing business capabilities and improving the end-user experience through the strategic use of existing and emerging technologies across the telecom network. This role involves steering and implementing critical technical decisions related to future network technology investments, network architecture, and driving digital transformation initiatives.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing technical requirements, drafting design documentation, and ensuring a smooth transition of new telecom network platforms and services into operational status. You will serve as the principal technical authority on core network technologies employed within Group-IT, ensuring alignment with the business strategies of the operating companies, while also providing expert consultancy on telecom technologies, infrastructure, and applications.
Additionally, you will collaborate with the Group CTO to spearhead the development and execution of the Telecoms Network Roadmap, promoting digital transformation, network innovation, and delivering cost-effective solutions. You will also lead technical operations and manage escalations, focusing on enhancing the problem management process to eliminate recurring issues across the telecom network estate and improve overall knowledge management.

